One of the safest swimming beaches on the Oregon coast due to its protected cove shape that shelters it from strong currents and winds. The park offers camping facilities, picnic areas with ocean views, and access to the spectacular Cape Arago Highway trail system that connects to Shore Acres and Cape Arago State Parks, featuring […]
Oregon Beaches
Ona Beach State Park
A unique beach where Beaver Creek meets the Pacific Ocean, creating diverse recreational opportunities. The park is especially popular for kayaking in the creek’s calm waters, with rental services available in summer. The beach features picnic facilities nestled among shore pines, a bridge crossing the creek, and easy beach access. Its location between Newport and […]
Harris Beach State Park
Features dramatic sea stacks, including Bird Island (Goat Island), Oregon’s largest offshore island and a National Wildlife Sanctuary. The park offers year-round camping, excellent tidepooling, and some of the warmest ocean temperatures in Oregon due to its southern location. Its position near the California border makes it an ideal stop on a West Coast road […]
Heceta Beach
Located near the iconic Heceta Head Lighthouse, one of the most photographed lighthouses in the United States. The beach offers views of the lighthouse, access to the Oregon Dunes, and is close to the famous Sea Lion Caves. This wide, sandy beach is perfect for long walks and beachcombing, with the added possibility of spotting […]
Beverly Beach State Park
A popular beach known for fossil hunting, especially after winter storms expose agates, jasper, and occasionally fossils. The long, sandy beach stretches from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock with views of the Yaquina Head Lighthouse. The state park offers year-round camping in a forest setting just steps from the beach, creating a perfect combination of […]
Cape Lookout State Park
Located on a sand spit between Netarts Bay and the ocean, featuring a pristine beach with excellent hiking trails. The Cape Lookout Trail extends 2.5 miles to the end of the cape, offering magnificent views and whale watching opportunities. The park offers diverse accommodation options including campsites, yurts, and cabins nestled in a coastal forest […]
Florence Oregon Beaches (Oregon Dunes)
The Florence area offers access to the spectacular Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, featuring the largest coastal sand dunes in North America. Beaches near Florence provide a range of experiences from adrenaline-pumping dune buggy rides and sandboarding to peaceful nature walks through diverse ecosystems including forests, marshes, and beaches.
Yachats Beach
Known as the “Gem of the Oregon Coast,” Yachats offers a unique volcanic shoreline where the forest meets the sea. While not a traditional sandy beach, the dramatic rocky shoreline creates spectacular wave action, especially during storms. The area is renowned for its extensive tidepools and the scenic 804 Trail that follows the shoreline, offering […]
Secret Beach (Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor)
A hidden gem within the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, accessed via a somewhat challenging trail. This small, secluded cove is surrounded by dramatic sea stacks and natural arches, creating one of the most photogenic spots on the Oregon coast. The beach is only accessible at low tide and offers a sense of discovery […]
Bandon Beach
Famous for its dramatic sea stacks and rock formations that create one of the most photographed coastlines in Oregon. Face Rock, Wizard’s Hat, and Cat and Kittens Rocks are among the distinctive formations. The beach is also a prime spot for beachcombing, especially for agates, jasper, and fossils, as well as birdwatching along the Coquille […]